California Projects

Commercial Solar

JPL Bible Church - 61 kW

JPL Bible Church is friendly and casual with programs for the entire family located in Rancho Mirage, Southern California. Solar Gain West (SGW) was contracted to instal a 61 kW system with (4) Fronius Symo inverters, (200) Renesola Modules, and the Everest D-Dome Racking System. The location and timing of this project challenged SGW with daytime temperatures reaching over 118 degrees! In order to protect their installers from the harsh work environment they were forced to adjust work hours to get the job done on time. Upon issuance of the building permits SGW was left with less than 2 weeks from the Southern California Edison net metering 1.0 deadline. Not only was the construction completed on time, the inspection process cleared and SGW got permission to operate the system before the deadline. What that mens for JPL Bible church is that they qualify for higher payback rates from the utility company, which results in tens of thousand of saving over the lifetime of the system! The SGW team showed how much they care about their customers investments by pushing through long work hours and grueling summer heat.

200 - Renesola JC305M-24/AXH Modules

4 - Fronius Symo 12.0-3 (208V) Inverters

Rooftop Everest D-Dome Railess Racking System

WorldMark Indio - 142.12 kW - Phase 1

The WorldMark Indio is located in the greater Palm Springs area in Southern California. Solar Gain West (SGW) was contracted to design and install a solar carport system using (8) Solectria Yaskawa inverters, and (418) Q CELL Q.PLUS Modules. In addition to providing shade to hotel guest vehicles, this solar carport delivers 112 kW-AC to the resort. The construction timeline was less than three months. The construction team began in mid January and completed the final inspections in early March. The main challenges were inclement weather in a historically wet winter and a very busy resort schedule. Work hours were limited to make sure that guest’s stays were not impacted. We are looking forward to the next phase of construction at this same site to start Q1 2018 or sooner!

(418) Q CELL Q.PLUS L-G4.2 340 Modules

(8) Solectria Yaskawa PVI 14TL Inverters

(1) Steel Shade Parking Structure

WorldMark Windsor - 635.76 kW - Phase 1

Solar Gain West was contracted to design and install solar photovoltaic systems on 10 different buildings with a total of 9 interconnections totaling 635.76 kW. Through our experience and diligence Solar Gain West took previously presented designs and value engineered additional system capacity and optimization. High-efficiency LG modules were specified to maximize yield, and SolarEdge inverters were implemented to account for design challenges that various rooftop orientations presented. Further, ISA Corp trellis systems were engineered for the available roof-wells that provided adequate clearance to install over HVAC equipment. Solar Gain West was able to meet its deadline in order to accommodate the years end tax deadlines for phase 1 of this multi-phase project.

1,766 360W LG Module

33 - 14.4kW Solar Edge Inverters

7 - 9kW Solar Edge Inverters

Tanque Verde - 122.4 kW

360 - Suniva 340W Modules

3 - Solectria 36TL Inverters

1 - Steel Shade Parking Structure

Orange Grove - 71.4 kW

210 - Suniva 340W Modules

2 - Solectria 28TL Inverters

1 - Steel Shade Parking Structure

Urology Associates of Southern Arizona

Solar Gain Inc. was contracted to design and build two solar canopies at two locations for Urology Associates of Southern Arizona. The Orange Grove and Tanque Verde facilities received 71.4kW and 122.4kW steel canopies respectively. Both site's buildings were retrofitted with LED lights, as well as both parking lots, to help cut down their usage and to provide visitors with plenty of illumination. Solar Gain was able to meet the customers year-end tax credit goals by working efficiently in a very short timeline. Both locations are fully operational thanks to the experience and preparedness of our team!

US Blanks - 224.4 kW

US Blanks is the only surfboard blank manufacturer based in the United States. Solar Gain West was contracted to install a 224.4 kW system on their main warehouse in the City of Gardena, California. The installation began September of 2016 and was completed early November of 2016. This project had many unique challenges to overcome. The roof is not entirely flat and adjustments to our racking had to be made in order to maintain a 10° angle. The wood sub-structure of the roof demanded that each stand-off had to be attached with lag screws. The narrow driveways around the building made it difficult to stage modules and limited our access points. US Blanks was a pleasure to work with and their system is now operational thanks to the preparedness, experience, and determination of our team.

680 - Suniva 335W Modules

6 - Solectria 36TL Inverters

Roof Top - Uni-Rac Racking

Locus Energy Revenue-Grade Monitoring

Nora's Ranch - 1,033,175 kW

Nora’s Ranch is storage and distribution center in Rio Rico, Arizona. Solar Gain designed and built this 1,033,175 kW canopy and rooftop solar arrays. The project was completed in October 2016. Solar Gain overcame many engineering and technical design requirements, financing hurdles and worked through extensive utility negotiations to complete this project. The array was installed at the beginning of construction and finished well before the opening of the facility.

3,096 - LG 335W Mono X Modules

25 - Solectria Inverters

Rooftop Schletter Racking

2 - Steel Shade Parking Structures

E-Guage Monitoring

Energy Efficient LED Lighting

Wilson Produce – 950 kW

Wilson Produce is a produce warehouse and distribution center in Nogales, Arizona. Solar Gain designed and built this 950 kW rooftop solar array. The project was completed in October 2014. Solar Gain overcame many engineering and technical design requirements, financing hurdles and worked through extensive utility negotiations to complete this project. This will be the largest customer owned system installed in Nogales, Arizona and will produce approximately 90 percent of the building’s electrical consumption.

3200 Suntech 290W Modules

2 Advanced Energy 500 kW Inverters

Concrete and Metal Building Roof Mount

Del Campo Supreme – 366 kW

Del Campo Supreme is an importer and distributor of Mexican fresh produce located in Nogales, AZ. Solar Gain was contracted to development, design, and installation of their 366kW Solar Parking Canopy and fixed rooftop array to power 70% of the of the facilities total power consumption. Utilizing the USDA REAP Grant in 2015 Solar Gain was able to help secure a very profitable investment for the customer.

1298 Trina 310 W Poly Modules

15 SMA SunnyTripower 20 kW Inverters

UNIRAC Racking System

Internet Monitoring System

Engineered Steel Solar Canopies

Tucson Country Day School – 239.4 kW

Tucson Country Day School is a charter school in Tucson, AZ and was an exciting project for Solar Gain. Our staff was complemented by the TCDS principal on what a great job they did working around the morning and afternoon shuffle as parents and students would come and go. The 400-foot parking canopy is one of the most aesthetically pleasing projects that Solar Gain has completed in Southern Arizona.

840 Trina Solar TSM-PA14 285w

8 PVI 14TL 208V & 5 PVI 20TL 480 Inverters

400 ft Steel Canopy, Roof Mount and E-gauge Monitoring

Guglielmo & Associates – 72 kWh

Guglielmo & Associates is a Law Firm located throughout the Southwestern U.S. This branch located in Tucson, Arizona on N. Campbell Ave needed a solar shade structure for their employees to park during work hours and offset the large Air Conditioning units needed to keep the offices cool. This project had many difficulties surrounding its location to a main street and construction during business hours. Our team was able to successfully deliver a high performance P.V. System on a steel structure that matches the patina of the existing offices.

All thanks to the coordination and professionalism of our team members.

236 Trina TSM-305 PA 14 Solar modules

(2) Solar Edge SE10KUS-480 & (2) Solar Edge SE20KUS-480

Unirac Solar racking system on roof portion

160' Steel Solar Parking Canopy

Cochise Oncology Center – 150 kW

Cochise Oncology is a cancer treatment center in Sierra Vista, Arizona. This project was designed and built by Solar Gain in December of 2012. The system produces 25 percent of the energy used by the center and its radiation equipment and provides 18 covered parking spaces as a result. Phase 2 of the Project was completed in June 2014 and provides another 100 kW of parking structures and will cover a total of 75 percent of the facility’s energy consumption.

176 Suntech 290 W Modules

1 Advanced Energy 50 kW Inverter

Steel Parking Canopy

Town West Realty – 100 kW

The Town West Realty office and their tenant, Commerce Bank, are located on Campbell Ave. in Tucson, Arizona. This project was designed and is currently under construction by Solar Gain, and will be completed by the end of March. The system includes both covered parking and roof mounts and will produce 83 percent of the energy used by the building.

360 Suntech 290 W Modules

1 Solectria PVI 100 kW Inverter

Steel Parking Canopies

AgriPacking Supply – 366 kW

AgriPacking Supply is an importer and distributor of Mexican fresh produce located in Nogales, Arizona. Solar Gain was contracted to complete the installation of their 366 kW Solar Parking Canopy and single axis tracking array to power 70 percent of their offices for the facility.

AgriPacking is also a supplier of produce packaging materials it imports from China. Using the USDA REAP Grant in 2015 Solar Gain was able to help secure a very profitable investment for the customer.

1200 Renesola 305 W Modules

17 SolarEdge 20 kW Inverters

Park N Shade Custom Solar Canopy

Flex Rack Tracking System

Apache Nitrogen – 42 kW

This project in Benson, AZ was designed and built by Solar Gain in November of 2010. The system is 42 kW. Solar Gain worked with Apache Nitrogen to design the architectural details and layout of the structures, landscaping site plan, and the 7,500 gallon rain water harvesting system.

182 BP 3230N Modules

1 SatCon PowerGate Plus 50kW Inverter

Steel Solar Canopies and Aluminum Racking: Schletter

Charles E. Gillman Company – 87 kW

Charles E. Gillman is a defense contractor and maquiladora that operates on both sides of the Nogales Border. They are a manufacturer of rugged wiring harnesses for hummers and tanks. This project in Rio Rico, Arizona was designed and built by Solar Gain in October of 2012. The system produces 85 percent of the facilities total power consumption and as a result provides 36 covered parking spaces.

300 Suntech 290 W Modules

1 Solectria 82 kW Inverter

Aluminum Solar Parking Structure: Schletter ParkSol

Malena Produce – 305 kW

Malena Produce is an importer and distributor of Mexican fresh produce located in Nogales, Arizona. Solar Gain was contracted to complete the installation of a 305kW. Solar Parking Canopy and fixed roof array to power 70 percent of the of the facilities total power consumption. Using the USDA REAP Grant in 2015 Solar Gain was able to help secure a very profitable investment for the customer.

984 Trina 310 W Poly Modules

11 SMA Sunny Tripower 24 kW Inverters

UNIRAC Racking System

Internet Monitoring System

Engineered Steel Solar Canopies

Cochise Dermatology - 26.6 kW

Cochise Dermatology located in Cochise County, Arizona was looking to offset their energy consumption. Solar Gain installed two shade structures and completely retro fitted their office building with Phillips LED high efficiency fixtures. The new energy efficient lighting allowed us to reduce the amount of panels necessary to offset their electric bill. All of which fit on two parking canopies that provide shade for their employees.

88 325 W Sun Edison Modules

2 14TL Solectria Inverters

Engineered Steel Solar Canopies

LED Retro Fit

Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center & Restaurant – 47.4 kW

In 2014 Solar Gain worked together with the Tree of Life Wellness Rejuvenation Center to develop, design, and build two ground mount solar arrays that would power 100 percent of their Mesa, Arizona facilities. These facilities included their sprout house, where they grow a large portion of their raw foods, their restaurant, and their casitas. In order to maintain the pristine views, Solar Gain had to get creative in site location, long electrical runs, and electrical configuration. The Tree of Life will buy the power at a heavily discounted rate and the project is owned and will be operated by Solar Gain for 15 years. Included was the USDA REAP grant as well as a SSVEC utility incentive.

107 Sharp 235 W Modules

107 Enphase M215 Micro Inverters

Schletter Roof Mount Racking System

TRICAR Sales – 305 kW

TRICAR Sales is an importer and distributor of Mexican fresh produce located in Nogales, Arizona. Solar Gain was contracted to complete the installation of their 350 kW Solar Parking Canopy and fixed roof array to power 60 percent of the facilities total power consumption. Using the USDA REAP Grant in 2015, Solar Gain was able to help secure and very profitable investment for the customer.